गौरव करना
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- A formal way to say 'to take pride'.
- Requires the postposition 'par' (on/in).
- Implies honor and dignity, not arrogance.
- Common in news, speeches, and literature.
The Hindi verb phrase गौरव करना (gaurav karnā) is a profound expression used to convey the act of taking pride or feeling a deep sense of honor and dignity in something or someone. Unlike simple happiness, 'gaurav' implies a weightiness and a connection to one's heritage, achievements, or character. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'gaurava', which stems from 'guru' (meaning heavy, great, or venerable). Thus, when you 'gaurav karte hain', you are acknowledging the 'weight' or greatness of an entity. This term is frequently used in formal settings, patriotic speeches, and deep personal reflections. It transcends the superficial level of vanity and touches upon a collective or individual sense of nobility. For English speakers, it is best understood as 'to take pride' with a connotation of 'to honor'.
- The Essence of Gaurav
- It represents a dignified pride that is often shared by a community or a nation, rather than just an individual ego trip.
- Societal Application
- In Indian society, performing 'gaurav' is often linked to one's roots, family values, and national identity.
हमें अपनी भारतीय संस्कृति पर गौरव करना चाहिए। (We should take pride in our Indian culture.)
The term is distinct from 'ghamand' (arrogance). While 'ghamand' is viewed negatively as a sign of a bloated ego, 'gaurav' is almost always a positive, virtuous emotion. It is the feeling a parent has when their child succeeds through hard work, or the feeling a citizen has when their country achieves a scientific milestone. It suggests that the object of pride is worthy of respect and brings glory to its associates. In literature, poets often use this phrase to invoke a sense of belonging and historical continuity. When you use this phrase, you are signaling that you recognize a high standard of excellence or moral standing.
पूरा देश वैज्ञानिकों की उपलब्धि पर गौरव करता है। (The whole country takes pride in the achievement of the scientists.)
- Historical Context
- The term has been central to the Indian independence movement, where leaders urged citizens to take pride in their identity to combat colonial inferiority.
अपनी मातृभाषा पर गौरव करना हर नागरिक का कर्तव्य है। (It is the duty of every citizen to take pride in their mother tongue.)
इतिहास के पन्नों पर हमें गौरव करना चाहिए। (We should take pride in the pages of history.)
Ultimately, 'gaurav karna' is about recognizing greatness. It is used when the source of pride is something substantial, like a legacy, a significant victory, or a virtuous act that elevates the status of the person or group involved. It is an active verb phrase; it is something you 'do' or 'perform' mentally and emotionally to honor a specific subject.
Using गौरव करना correctly requires understanding its grammatical structure. It is a compound verb where 'gaurav' (pride/glory) is the noun and 'karna' (to do) is the light verb. The most important rule is that the object of your pride must be followed by the postposition पर (par), which literally means 'on' but translates to 'in' in this context. For example, to say 'I am proud of you', you would say 'Mujhe tum par garv hai' (using the noun form) or 'Main tum par gaurav karta hoon' (using the verb phrase, though less common in daily speech than the former). Let's explore the various ways to conjugate and apply this in sentences.
- Present Tense
- Used for general truths or habitual actions. 'Hum apni virasat par gaurav karte hain' (We take pride in our heritage).
- Past Tense
- Used for specific events. 'Unhone apni beti ki safalta par gaurav kiya' (They took pride in their daughter's success).
क्या आप अपने काम पर गौरव करते हैं? (Do you take pride in your work?)
In more formal or literary Hindi, 'gaurav karna' is often paired with abstract concepts like 'shaurya' (valor) or 'parampara' (tradition). When constructing these sentences, ensure that the subject matches the verb ending. If the subject is feminine, 'karti hai' is used; if masculine, 'karta hai'. Because this phrase is formal, it is often found in the passive or imperative forms in speeches. For instance, 'Hamein apne purvajon par gaurav karna chahiye' (We should take pride in our ancestors). Here, 'chahiye' adds the nuance of duty or recommendation.
शिक्षक ने छात्र की मेहनत पर गौरव किया। (The teacher took pride in the student's hard work.)
Furthermore, 'gaurav karna' can be used in the future tense to express anticipated pride. 'Ek din pura vishwa aap par gaurav karega' (One day the whole world will take pride in you). This structure is very common in motivational speaking. Remember that 'gaurav' is not just a feeling you have (which would be 'gaurav hona'), but an action of honoring or recognizing (which is 'gaurav karna'). This distinction is subtle but important for B1 learners to master.
- Negative Usage
- To say someone does not take pride: 'Wah apni galtiyon par gaurav nahi karta' (He does not take pride in his mistakes).
हमें कभी भी अधर्म पर गौरव नहीं करना चाहिए। (We should never take pride in unrighteousness.)
क्या आप अपनी जड़ों पर गौरव करना भूल गए हैं? (Have you forgotten to take pride in your roots?)
You will encounter गौरव करना in various domains of Indian life, particularly those that involve ceremony, public service, and high achievement. It is a staple of Hindi news broadcasts, especially during national holidays like Independence Day (15th August) or Republic Day (26th January). News anchors and politicians use it to describe the nation's feelings toward its soldiers, scientists, and athletes. For instance, when an Indian athlete wins a medal at the Olympics, you will hear phrases like 'Pura desh unki is jeet par gaurav kar raha hai' (The whole country is taking pride in this victory of theirs).
- In the News
- Reports on space missions, technological breakthroughs, and diplomatic successes frequently use this term.
- In Literature and Poetry
- Modern Hindi poets use 'gaurav' to evoke a sense of historical grandeur and moral duty.
प्रधानमंत्री ने जवानों के साहस पर गौरव किया। (The Prime Minister took pride in the courage of the soldiers.)
In educational settings, teachers use this word to inspire students. During a school assembly, a principal might say, 'Hamein apne school ke anushasan par gaurav karna chahiye' (We should take pride in our school's discipline). It is also found in Hindi textbooks that discuss the lives of great leaders like Mahatma Gandhi or Bhagat Singh, where the text encourages readers to take pride in the sacrifices made by these figures. Furthermore, in formal corporate environments, during annual meetings or award ceremonies, leaders might use this phrase to appreciate the collective effort of the team.
हमें अपनी ऐतिहासिक विरासतों पर गौरव करना सीखना होगा। (We must learn to take pride in our historical heritage.)
In Bollywood movies, particularly period dramas or patriotic films, this phrase is used in climactic dialogues. A hero might remind a community of their lost 'gaurav' to motivate them to fight for justice. While you might not hear it every day in a casual conversation at a vegetable market (where 'khush hona' or 'garv hona' might be used), you will certainly hear it in any context that demands a high register of speech. Understanding this word helps you engage with the 'official' and 'ceremonial' side of Hindi-speaking culture.
- Awards and Honors
- The Padma awards or Sahitya Akademi awards often feature this word in their citations.
साहित्य जगत उनकी लेखनी पर गौरव करता है। (The literary world takes pride in his writing.)
पूरा गाँव उसकी सफलता पर गौरव कर रहा था। (The whole village was taking pride in his success.)
One of the most frequent mistakes learners make is confusing गौरव करना (gaurav karnā) with घमंड करना (ghamand karnā). While both can be translated as 'to be proud', their connotations are opposites. 'Gaurav' is positive, noble, and respectful pride. 'Ghamand' is negative, arrogant, and egoistic pride. If you tell someone 'Mujhe tum par ghamand hai', you are accidentally saying 'I have arrogance because of you', which sounds very strange and potentially insulting. Always use 'gaurav' or its more common synonym 'garv' when you mean to praise someone.
- Mistake 1: Wrong Postposition
- Using 'ka' (of) instead of 'par' (on). Incorrect: 'Bharat ka gaurav karna'. Correct: 'Bharat par gaurav karna'.
- Mistake 2: Confusing Noun and Verb
- Saying 'Main gaurav hoon' (I am pride) instead of 'Mujhe gaurav hai' (I have pride/I am proud).
Incorrect: मैं अपनी भाषा को गौरव करता हूँ।
Correct: मैं अपनी भाषा पर गौरव करता हूँ।
Another common error is using 'gaurav karna' in very informal, everyday situations where it might sound too 'heavy' or dramatic. For example, if your friend buys a new shirt, saying 'Main tumhare shirt par gaurav karta hoon' would be overly formal and sound sarcastic. In such cases, 'Mujhe tumhari choice pasand aayi' (I liked your choice) or 'Tum par achha lag raha hai' (It looks good on you) is better. 'Gaurav' is reserved for achievements of character, talent, or collective identity. Additionally, learners often forget the 'karna' and just use 'gaurav' as a verb, which is grammatically incorrect in Hindi.
Incorrect: वह अपने पैसों पर गौरव करता है।
Note: Using 'gaurav' here implies the money was earned through great honor. If he's just being flashy, use 'itrana' (to show off).
Lastly, pay attention to the gender of the subject. While 'gaurav' itself is a masculine noun, the verb 'karna' must agree with the person doing the feeling. A woman would say 'Main gaurav karti hoon'. A group would say 'Hum gaurav karte hain'. Forgetting this subject-verb agreement is a hallmark of early-stage learners. Also, ensure you don't confuse 'Gaurav' (the concept) with 'Gaurav' (the common male name), although the name is derived from the concept!
- Overuse of Formality
- Using this phrase for trivial matters can make you sound like a textbook or a politician rather than a natural speaker.
हमें अपनी नैतिकता पर गौरव करना चाहिए, घमंड नहीं। (We should take pride in our morality, not arrogance.)
क्या आप अपनी संस्कृति पर गौरव करते हैं? (Do you take pride in your culture?)
Hindi has several words for 'pride', each with its own subtle flavor. Understanding these will help you choose the right word for the right situation. While गौरव करना is the most formal and dignified, other words might be more appropriate in casual or specific contexts. The most common alternative is गर्व करना (garv karnā). 'Garv' is very similar to 'gaurav' but is used more frequently in daily conversation. It also translates to 'to take pride' and is generally positive.
- गर्व करना (Garv Karna)
- The standard way to say 'to be proud'. Used for family, personal achievements, and general pride. Example: 'Mujhe tum par garv hai' (I am proud of you).
- नाज़ करना (Naz Karna)
- Of Urdu origin, this word has a poetic, affectionate feel. It's often used in songs and romantic or familial contexts. Example: 'Duniya ko tum par naz hoga' (The world will be proud of you).
Comparison:
1. गौरव करना: Formal, dignified, 'to honor'.
2. गर्व करना: Standard, everyday pride.
3. नाज़ करना: Poetic, affectionate pride.
On the negative side, we have अभिमान करना (abhiman karna) and घमंड करना (ghamand karna). 'Abhiman' is tricky because in some contexts it can mean 'dignified self-respect', but in many modern contexts, it leans towards ego. 'Ghamand' is purely negative and refers to vanity or arrogance. If someone is showing off their wealth, you would say they are doing 'ghamand'. Another interesting term is मान करना (maan karna), which means to respect or to value someone, often used when someone feels entitled to respect.
हमें सफलता पर गौरव करना चाहिए, लेकिन दूसरों को छोटा नहीं समझना चाहिए। (We should take pride in success, but not look down on others.)
In academic or highly Sanskritized Hindi, you might also see महिमामंडन करना (mahimamandan karna), which means 'to glorify'. This is more about praising something externally than feeling pride internally. For B1 learners, sticking to 'garv karna' for people and 'gaurav karna' for traditions/nations is a safe and effective strategy. By choosing 'gaurav', you are signaling a higher level of vocabulary and a deeper appreciation for the cultural weight of the subject matter.
- Summary Table
- गौरव (Glory/Honor) | गर्व (Pride) | नाज़ (Endearment) | घमंड (Arrogance)
सच्चा देशभक्त देश की मिट्टी पर गौरव करता है। (A true patriot takes pride in the soil of the country.)
अपनी मेहनत के फल पर गौरव करना गलत नहीं है। (It is not wrong to take pride in the fruit of one's hard work.)
How Formal Is It?
재미있는 사실
The word is etymologically related to the English word 'gravity' through the Proto-Indo-European root *gwer- (heavy). So, 'Gaurav' is literally the 'weight' of one's character!
발음 가이드
- Pronouncing 'Gaurav' as 'Gow-rav' (rhyming with cow). It should be more like 'Gore-uv'.
- Pronouncing 'Karna' as 'Kar-naa' with a very long 'a' at the end. It is a neutral 'a'.
- Missing the retroflex 'r' in 'karna' (though in common speech it is often a simple flap).
- Mixing up 'v' and 'b' (Gaura-b).
- Stress on the 'rav' instead of 'Gau'.
난이도
Easy to recognize in formal texts once you know the word 'Gaurav'.
Requires correct conjugation and use of the postposition 'par'.
Needs practice to sound natural and not overly formal.
Commonly heard in news and speeches.
다음에 무엇을 배울까
선수 학습
다음에 배울 것
고급
알아야 할 문법
Compound Verbs with 'Karna'
Gaurav + Karna, Yaad + Karna, Saaf + Karna.
Postposition 'Par' for Emotions
Gaurav karna, Garv hona, Shaque karna (to doubt).
Subject-Verb Agreement
Main karta hoon vs. Wah karti hai.
Honorific Plural
Pitaji gaurav karte hain (using 'hain' for respect).
Transitive vs. Intransitive
'Gaurav karna' acts as a transitive verb phrase requiring an object.
수준별 예문
मैं तुम पर गौरव करता हूँ।
I take pride in you.
Subject (Main) + Object (Tum) + par + गौरव करता हूँ.
वह अपने देश पर गौरव करता है।
He takes pride in his country.
Third person masculine singular conjugation: करता है.
हम अपनी माँ पर गौरव करते हैं।
We take pride in our mother.
First person plural conjugation: करते हैं.
क्या तुम मुझ पर गौरव करते हो?
Do you take pride in me?
Interrogative sentence structure.
वे अपने काम पर गौरव करते हैं।
They take pride in their work.
Third person plural: वे ... करते हैं.
मेरी बहन अपनी जीत पर गौरव करती है।
My sister takes pride in her victory.
Feminine singular conjugation: करती है.
राम अपनी अच्छी आदतों पर गौरव करता है।
Ram takes pride in his good habits.
Proper noun as subject.
सब लोग आप पर गौरव करते हैं।
Everyone takes pride in you (formal).
Plural verb for 'sab log'.
बच्चे अपने स्कूल पर गौरव करते हैं।
Children take pride in their school.
Plural subject-verb agreement.
हमें अपने इतिहास पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
We should take pride in our history.
Use of 'chahiye' for 'should'.
खिलाड़ी अपनी टीम पर गौरव करता है।
The player takes pride in his team.
Singular masculine subject.
क्या आप अपनी संस्कृति पर गौरव करते हैं?
Do you take pride in your culture?
Formal 'aap' usage.
पिता अपने बेटे की मेहनत पर गौरव करते हैं।
The father takes pride in his son's hard work.
Honorific plural for father.
भारत अपनी सेना पर गौरव करता है।
India takes pride in its army.
Country as a singular masculine subject.
वह अपनी कला पर गौरव करती है।
She takes pride in her art.
Feminine singular conjugation.
हमें अपनी भाषा पर गौरव करना होगा।
We will have to take pride in our language.
Future obligation structure 'karna hoga'.
वैज्ञानिकों ने अपनी नई खोज पर गौरव किया।
The scientists took pride in their new discovery.
Simple past tense using 'ne' construction.
पूरा समाज उसकी ईमानदारी पर गौरव करता है।
The whole society takes pride in his honesty.
Abstract noun 'imandari' as object of pride.
हमें अपनी लोकतांत्रिक परंपराओं पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
We should take pride in our democratic traditions.
Complex noun phrase 'loktantrik paramparao'.
क्या तुम अपनी जड़ों पर गौरव करना भूल गए हो?
Have you forgotten to take pride in your roots?
Present perfect interrogative.
हर नागरिक को अपने कर्तव्यों पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
Every citizen should take pride in their duties.
Dative subject 'ko' with 'chahiye'.
गाँव वाले अपनी एकता पर गौरव करते हैं।
The villagers take pride in their unity.
Plural subject 'ganv wale'.
वह अपनी सफलता पर गौरव करने के बजाय विनम्र रहा।
Instead of taking pride in his success, he remained humble.
Use of 'ke bajay' (instead of).
हमें अपनी प्राकृतिक संपदा पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
We should take pride in our natural wealth.
Formal vocabulary: 'prakritik sampada'.
देश की प्रगति पर गौरव करना हर भारतीय का अधिकार है।
Taking pride in the country's progress is the right of every Indian.
Gerundial use of 'gaurav karna' as a subject.
उन्होंने अपनी विरासत पर गौरव करते हुए एक किताब लिखी।
While taking pride in their heritage, they wrote a book.
Participle 'karte hue' (while doing).
हमें अपने पूर्वजों के संघर्ष पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
We should take pride in the struggle of our ancestors.
Genitive case 'purvajon ke'.
वह अपनी उपलब्धियों पर गौरव करता है, पर घमंड नहीं।
He takes pride in his achievements, but not arrogance.
Contrastive sentence structure.
साहित्यकार अपनी लेखनी की शक्ति पर गौरव करते हैं।
Writers take pride in the power of their pen.
Formal subject 'sahityakar'.
क्या आप अपनी नैतिक मान्यताओं पर गौरव करना जारी रखेंगे?
Will you continue to take pride in your moral beliefs?
Compound verb 'karna jari rakhenge'.
पूरा विश्व भारत की योग परंपरा पर गौरव करता है।
The whole world takes pride in India's yoga tradition.
Specific object 'yoga parampara'.
हमें अपनी विविधता पर गौरव करना सीखना होगा।
We will have to learn to take pride in our diversity.
Infinitive 'seekhna' with obligation.
भारतीय दर्शन की गहराई पर गौरव करना एक बौद्धिक अनुभव है।
Taking pride in the depth of Indian philosophy is an intellectual experience.
Complex abstract subject.
लेखक ने अपनी संस्कृति के गौरवशाली अतीत पर गौरव किया है।
The author has taken pride in the glorious past of his culture.
Present perfect tense 'kiya hai'.
हमें अपनी भाषाई अस्मिता पर गौरव करना अनिवार्य है।
It is mandatory for us to take pride in our linguistic identity.
Formal adjective 'anivarya' (mandatory).
समाज के वंचित वर्गों के उत्थान पर गौरव करना ही सच्ची मानवता है।
Taking pride in the upliftment of the marginalized sections of society is true humanity.
Long, complex sentential subject.
वह अपनी आत्म-शक्ति पर गौरव करते हुए विपरीत परिस्थितियों से लड़ा।
While taking pride in his inner strength, he fought against adverse circumstances.
Adverbial participle clause.
क्या हम अपनी वैज्ञानिक प्रगति पर गौरव करने के हकदार हैं?
Are we entitled to take pride in our scientific progress?
Use of 'hakdar' (entitled).
उनकी कविताएँ राष्ट्र के स्वाभिमान पर गौरव करना सिखाती हैं।
His poems teach taking pride in the self-respect of the nation.
Causative-like structure 'seekhati hain'.
किसी भी राष्ट्र के लिए अपनी कलात्मक धरोहर पर गौरव करना स्वाभाविक है।
It is natural for any nation to take pride in its artistic heritage.
Impersonal sentence structure.
मानवता के सार्वभौमिक मूल्यों पर गौरव करना ही विश्व-शांति का मार्ग है।
Taking pride in the universal values of humanity is the path to world peace.
Highly abstract and formal vocabulary.
दार्शनिकों ने सत्य की खोज में किए गए संघर्षों पर गौरव किया।
Philosophers took pride in the struggles undertaken in the search for truth.
Passive-participial adjective 'kiye gaye'.
अपनी सांस्कृतिक विशिष्टता पर गौरव करना संकीर्णता नहीं, बल्कि आत्म-बोध है।
Taking pride in one's cultural uniqueness is not narrow-mindedness, but self-realization.
Contrastive 'nahi, balki' structure.
इतिहास की विसंगतियों के बावजूद, हमें अपने सामूहिक पुरुषार्थ पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
Despite the inconsistencies of history, we should take pride in our collective endeavor.
Complex prepositional phrase 'ke bawajood'.
क्या आधुनिक पीढ़ी अपनी शास्त्रीय परंपराओं पर गौरव करना भूलती जा रही है?
Is the modern generation gradually forgetting to take pride in its classical traditions?
Aspectual compound 'bhoolti ja rahi hai'.
कलाकार का अपनी मौलिकता पर गौरव करना ही उसकी सृजनात्मकता का आधार है।
An artist's taking pride in their originality is the basis of their creativity.
Possessive gerund 'kalakar ka ... gaurav karna'.
हमें अपने पूर्वजों द्वारा संजोए गए ज्ञान-भंडार पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
We should take pride in the storehouse of knowledge cherished by our ancestors.
Relative-participial clause 'dwara sanjoe gaye'.
राष्ट्र के नव-निर्माण में युवाओं के योगदान पर गौरव करना अनिवार्य है।
It is mandatory to take pride in the contribution of youth in the nation-building.
Formal compound 'nav-nirman'.
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Almost identical but 'gaurav' is more formal and implies honor.
Negative arrogance. Never use this when you mean to be respectful.
This means 'to have pride' (state) rather than 'to take pride' (action).
관용어 및 표현
— To add four moons. To significantly enhance the glory of something.
उसकी जीत ने देश के गौरव में चार चाँद लगा दिए।
Common— To raise one's head. To make someone proud.
उसने अपने माता-पिता का सिर ऊँचा कर दिया।
Common— To brighten the name. To bring fame and pride to the family/nation.
वह पढ़-लिखकर अपना नाम रोशन करेगा।
Common— Chest becoming wide. To feel immense pride.
बेटे की सफलता सुनकर पिता की छाती चौड़ी हो गई।
Informal— Star of the eyes. Someone who is a source of pride and love.
वह अपनी माँ की आँखों का तारा है।
Informal— To keep the nose high. To maintain or increase honor.
उसने प्रतियोगिता जीतकर सबकी नाक ऊँची कर दी।
Colloquial— To accept the iron. To acknowledge someone's greatness/pride.
पूरी दुनिया ने भारत की शक्ति का लोहा माना।
Formal— To mix in the soil. To destroy someone's pride (Antonym idiom).
उसने खानदान का गौरव मिट्टी में मिला दिया।
Common— To plant the flag. To achieve something that brings great pride.
उसने विदेश में जाकर सफलता का झंडा गाड़ दिया।
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Both translate to 'pride' in English.
Ghamand is egoistic and negative (vanity). Gaurav is dignified and positive (honor).
उसे अपने धन पर घमंड है (He is arrogant about his wealth).
Often used interchangeably with pride.
Abhiman can be 'dignified self-respect' in classical Hindi but is often 'ego' in modern Hindi.
सच्चा वीर अभिमान नहीं करता।
Both mean taking pride.
Naz is Urdu-origin and feels more personal and affectionate.
माँ को बेटे पर नाज़ है।
Related to self-pride.
Ahankar is a deep philosophical term for 'ego' that causes suffering. Purely negative.
अहंकार मनुष्य का दुश्मन है।
Both involve positive feelings.
Samman is 'respect' (external). Gaurav is 'pride/glory' (internal/collective).
हमें बड़ों का सम्मान करना चाहिए।
문장 패턴
Main [Person] par gaurav karta hoon.
Main bhai par gaurav karta hoon.
Hamein [Noun] par gaurav karna chahiye.
Hamein desh par gaurav karna chahiye.
[Subject] ne [Object] पर गौरव किया।
अध्यापक ने छात्र पर गौरव किया।
[Noun] पर गौरव करना [Noun] है।
अपनी भाषा पर गौरव करना गर्व की बात है।
[Abstract Noun] की [Noun] पर गौरव करना [Adjective] है।
भारतीय संस्कृति की विविधता पर गौरव करना स्वाभाविक है।
बिना [Noun] के [Noun] पर गौरव करना असंभव है।
बिना आत्म-सम्मान के राष्ट्र पर गौरव करना असंभव है।
[Subject] [Object] पर गौरव करते हुए [Verb].
वह अपनी विरासत पर गौरव करते हुए बोला।
क्या आप [Object] पर गौरव करना चाहेंगे?
क्या आप अपनी उपलब्धियों पर गौरव करना चाहेंगे?
어휘 가족
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관련
사용법
Common in formal speech, news, and textbooks. Rare in street slang.
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Using 'ka' instead of 'par'.
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Desh par gaurav karna.
Emotions in Hindi usually take 'par' as a postposition for the object.
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Confusing it with 'Ghamand'.
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Gaurav = positive; Ghamand = negative.
English uses 'pride' for both, but Hindi splits them into virtue and vice.
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Incorrect subject-verb agreement.
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Hum gaurav karte hain.
Since it's a verb phrase with 'karna', it must match the subject in gender and number.
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Using it for trivial things.
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Use for achievements, not lunch.
The word is too 'heavy' for minor daily occurrences.
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Forgetting the 'karna'.
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Gaurav karna.
Gaurav alone is just a noun (pride). You need 'karna' to make it an action.
팁
The 'Par' Rule
Always remember the target of your pride is followed by 'par'. Without it, the sentence will sound incomplete.
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'garv' for your buddy's new car and 'gaurav' for your buddy's PhD graduation.
Collective Pride
In India, 'gaurav' is often shared. Use it when talking about things that make your whole community look good.
Soft 'V'
The 'v' at the end of Gaurav is soft. Don't bite your lip too hard like an English 'v'; keep it closer to a 'w'.
Essay Booster
Use 'gauravshali' (glorious) as an adjective to describe history or traditions in your Hindi writing tests.
Emotional Tone
When you say 'gaurav karta hoon', sound sincere. It's a word that carries emotional weight.
News Watch
Watch Hindi news on August 15th. You will hear 'gaurav' used with words like 'tiranga' (flag) and 'shaheed' (martyr).
Gravity Link
Link 'Gaurav' to 'Gravity'. Both come from a root meaning 'heavy'. Pride is the 'weight' of your honor.
Complimenting
Tell an Indian friend 'Hamein aap par gaurav hai' after a big achievement. They will be very impressed by your vocabulary!
Avoid Ghamand
Never use 'ghamand' when you want to praise someone. It's a common trap for English speakers.
암기하기
기억법
Think of a 'Guru'. A Guru is a person of great 'weight' and respect. 'Gaurav' is the feeling you have when you act like a Guru or respect one. Gaurav = Guru-like greatness.
시각적 연상
Imagine a heavy gold medal. The weight of the medal represents the 'Gaurav' (pride) you feel. It's not light; it's significant.
Word Web
챌린지
Write three things about your hometown that make you 'gaurav karna' using the 'par' postposition.
어원
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Gaurava' (गौरव).
원래 의미: The state of being 'Guru' (heavy, weighty, great, or venerable).
Indo-Aryan (Sanskrit -> Prakrit -> Hindi).문화적 맥락
Be careful not to use 'gaurav karna' for something others might find shameful, as it can sound extremely arrogant or tone-deaf.
English speakers often use 'proud' for both small and big things. In Hindi, 'gaurav karna' is usually reserved for the 'big' things that involve honor.
실생활에서 연습하기
실제 사용 상황
National Holidays
- देश पर गौरव करना
- तिरंगे पर गौरव करना
- स्वतंत्रता पर गौरव करना
- वीरों पर गौरव करना
Academic Achievement
- अंकों पर गौरव करना
- डिग्री पर गौरव करना
- मेहनत पर गौरव करना
- ज्ञान पर गौरव करना
Family Success
- बच्चों पर गौरव करना
- संस्कारों पर गौरव करना
- नाम पर गौरव करना
- तरक्की पर गौरव करना
Sports
- जीत पर गौरव करना
- खेल पर गौरव करना
- टीम पर गौरव करना
- प्रदर्शन पर गौरव करना
Cultural Events
- कला पर गौरव करना
- नृत्य पर गौरव करना
- संगीत पर गौरव करना
- परंपरा पर गौरव करना
대화 시작하기
"आपको अपने जीवन की किस उपलब्धि पर सबसे अधिक गौरव है?"
"क्या हमें अपने देश के इतिहास पर हमेशा गौरव करना चाहिए?"
"आप अपनी संस्कृति की किस बात पर गौरव करते हैं?"
"क्या आज की पीढ़ी अपनी भाषा पर गौरव करना भूल गई है?"
"किसी दूसरे की सफलता पर गौरव करना क्यों जरूरी है?"
일기 주제
आज मैंने ऐसा क्या किया जिस पर मैं गौरव कर सकता हूँ? विस्तार से लिखें।
अपने देश की तीन ऐसी चीज़ों के बारे में लिखें जिन पर आप गौरव करते हैं और क्यों।
क्या 'गौरव करना' और 'घमंड करना' के बीच कोई पतली रेखा है? अपने विचार लिखें।
एक ऐसी घटना का वर्णन करें जब आपके माता-पिता ने आप पर गौरव किया था।
भविष्य में आप कौन सा ऐसा काम करना चाहेंगे जिस पर समाज गौरव कर सके?
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, you can, but it sounds very formal. It implies you see their achievement as something that brings great honor. For a normal achievement, 'garv karna' is more natural.
Yes, 'gaurav' is grammatically masculine. However, the verb 'karna' changes based on the person who is feeling the pride, not the gender of 'gaurav'.
The difference is register. 'Garv' is common and used every day. 'Gaurav' is elevated, formal, and often implies a sense of glory or historical importance.
In Hindi, emotions are often directed 'on' (par) a target. You don't take pride 'of' someone; you perform pride 'on' them. It's a mandatory grammatical structure.
Yes, it is a very common male name in India, meaning 'pride' or 'glory'. If you see it capitalized or as a subject, it's likely a name.
No, that means 'I am pride'. You should say 'Mujhe gaurav hai' (I have pride) or 'Main gaurav karta hoon' (I take pride).
You can say 'gaurav-purvak' (गौरवपूर्वक) or 'garv se' (गर्व से).
Yes, in formal speeches, annual reports, or during award ceremonies to describe a company's achievements.
It can sound a bit boastful if not used carefully. It's usually better to say 'I am happy with my work' unless it's a major, honorable milestone.
The most direct opposite is 'lajjit hona' (to be ashamed) or 'apmanit mehsoos karna' (to feel insulted).
셀프 테스트 191 질문
Write a sentence in Hindi: 'I take pride in my country.'
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Write a sentence using 'chahiye' (should) and 'gaurav karna' about culture.
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Translate: 'The whole village took pride in his honesty.'
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Write a short paragraph (3 sentences) about why we should take pride in our language.
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Use 'gauravshali' in a sentence about history.
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Create a question asking someone if they take pride in their work.
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Translate: 'It is a matter of pride for us.'
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Describe a 'proud moment' (gauravpurn kshan) in your life in Hindi.
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Contrast 'gaurav' and 'ghamand' in one sentence.
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Write a formal sentence about national integrity.
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Translate: 'They will take pride in your achievements.'
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How would you say 'self-respect' in a sentence?
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Translate: 'Taking pride in diversity is natural.'
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Write a sentence about a mother taking pride in her child.
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Translate: 'We should not take pride in wrong deeds.'
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Describe the achievement of a scientist in one sentence.
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Translate: 'The teacher took pride in the student's hard work.'
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Write a sentence about historical heritage.
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Translate: 'I am proud of our unity.'
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Translate: 'His writing is a source of pride for the literary world.'
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Say in Hindi: 'I am proud of you.'
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Ask a friend: 'Are you proud of your country?'
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Tell your teacher: 'We take pride in our school.'
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Pronounce 'Gaurav' correctly. (Practice soft 'v').
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Say: 'We should take pride in our history.'
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Explain in one sentence why you are proud of your family.
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Say: 'This is a proud moment for all of us.'
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Ask: 'Why do you take pride in this achievement?'
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Say: 'Don't be arrogant, but take pride.'
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Say: 'Our language is our pride.'
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Say: 'I take pride in my mother tongue.'
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Congratulate someone: 'I am proud of your success.'
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Say: 'The whole world takes pride in India's progress.'
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Say: 'Self-respect is important.'
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Say: 'We will take pride in our future.'
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Say: 'Take pride in your roots.'
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Say: 'He took pride in his work.'
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Say: 'It is a matter of great pride.'
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Say: 'The player took pride in his team.'
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Say: 'We should always take pride in truth.'
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Listen to the sentence and identify the object: 'हमें अपनी महान संस्कृति पर गौरव करना चाहिए।'
Listen and write the verb: 'वैज्ञानिकों ने अपनी खोज पर गौरव किया।'
Is the speaker proud or ashamed? 'यह हमारे लिए गौरव का विषय है।'
Translate what you hear: 'पूरा देश आप पर गौरव करता है।'
Which word was used: 'Garv' or 'Gaurav'? 'हमें अपनी भाषा पर गौरव है।'
Identify the tense: 'वे कल अपनी जीत पर गौरव करेंगे।'
What is the subject? 'माँ अपनी बेटी पर गौरव करती है।'
True or False: The speaker is talking about arrogance. 'घमंड मत करो, गौरव करो।'
Listen and translate: 'आत्म-गौरव को मत खोना।'
Identify the postposition: 'सफलता पर गौरव करो।'
Listen and identify the adjective: 'यह एक गौरवपूर्ण दिन है।'
What is the collective noun? 'पूरा समाज उसकी ईमानदारी पर गौरव करता है।'
Translate: 'क्या तुम मुझ पर गौरव करते हो?'
Identify the number of words in: 'हमें अपनी विरासत पर गौरव करना चाहिए।'
Translate the last word: 'उसने अपना नाम रोशन किया और गौरव बढ़ाया।'
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Summary
गौरव करना (gaurav karnā) is the 'gold standard' for expressing pride in Hindi. It connects personal feeling with public honor. Remember: always use it with 'par' and reserve it for things truly worthy of respect, like 'Bharat par gaurav karna' (Taking pride in India).
- A formal way to say 'to take pride'.
- Requires the postposition 'par' (on/in).
- Implies honor and dignity, not arrogance.
- Common in news, speeches, and literature.
The 'Par' Rule
Always remember the target of your pride is followed by 'par'. Without it, the sentence will sound incomplete.
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'garv' for your buddy's new car and 'gaurav' for your buddy's PhD graduation.
Collective Pride
In India, 'gaurav' is often shared. Use it when talking about things that make your whole community look good.
Soft 'V'
The 'v' at the end of Gaurav is soft. Don't bite your lip too hard like an English 'v'; keep it closer to a 'w'.
예시
हमें अपने देश पर गौरव करना चाहिए।
관련 콘텐츠
emotions 관련 단어
आभार
B1감사 또는 고마움. '당신에게 감사를 표합니다'는 'Main aapka abhaar vyakt karta hoon'입니다.
आभारी
A2고마워하는, 감사하는. 공식적인 상황에서 깊은 감사를 표할 때 사용됩니다.
आभारी होना
A2감사하다; 받은 것에 대해 고마움을 느끼거나 표현하는 것.
आभार सहित
B1Gratefully; with gratitude; thankfully.
आभारपूर्वक
B2Gratefully, thankfully, or with appreciation.
आभास होना
B1직감하다, 어렴풋이 느끼다. 예: '위험을 직감했다.'
आग्रह
B1Insistence, earnest request; persistent demanding.
आघात
B1충격, 외상. '그 소식은 큰 충격(aaghat)이었다.' / '경제에 대한 타격(aaghat).'
आघात लगना
B1To be shocked; to be traumatized.
आघात पहुँचना
B1심각한 충격을 받거나 트라우마를 겪는 것.